For educators who already possess a master’s degree in education and wish to expand their teaching credentials, Indiana University Southeast offers a Graduate Certificate in Composition Studies. This program is designed to provide advanced knowledge and specialized skills in writing and composition, making it an excellent choice for enhancing your academic qualifications.
Graduate Certificate in Composition Studies
Enhance Your Teaching Expertise with a Graduate Certificate in Composition Studies
Expand Your Teaching Opportunities with Dual-Credit Courses
By pairing the Graduate Certificate in Composition Studies with your existing master’s degree, you can qualify for dual-credit teaching positions. These roles enable high school students to earn college credit, and with the appropriate credentials, you can teach these advanced courses. This combination enhances your professional profile and increases your teaching versatility.
Affordable Learning Opportunities at IU Southeast
Indiana University Southeast offers an affordable pathway for advancing your teaching credentials. The Graduate Certificate in Composition Studies is designed to be both affordable and convenient, meeting the needs of busy educators. Our program allows you to gain specialized knowledge in composition without interrupting your current professional responsibilities.
Engaging Program Content
The Graduate Certificate in Composition Studies covers a variety of advanced topics, including writing theory, pedagogy, and digital composition. The curriculum is structured to deepen your understanding of complex writing processes and teaching methodologies, equipping you to teach these subjects effectively and confidently.
Broaden Your Professional Scope
Integrating the Graduate Certificate in Composition Studies with your master’s degree not only expands your expertise in writing but also enhances your eligibility for dual-credit teaching roles and other advanced educational positions. This strategic addition to your credentials can significantly propel your career and impact within the field of education.
Application and tuition information
Certificate information
Please visit the IU Southeast Bulletin website for specific degree requirements.
Kentucky residents
Kentucky students are part of our IU Southeast family. In fact, students from eight Kentucky counties receive in-state tuition at IU Southeast! Learn more about the advantages of attending IU Southeast including the most affordable tuition in the region, staying close to home while you earn your degree, and the unique experience only IU Southeast can offer.